John Bruton
Question:5 Mr. J. Bruton asked the Taoiseach the reports or recommendations, if any, he has received from the National Competitiveness Council which reports to him. [2360/98]
Vol. 487 No. 1
5 Mr. J. Bruton asked the Taoiseach the reports or recommendations, if any, he has received from the National Competitiveness Council which reports to him. [2360/98]
The National Competitiveness Council, established in May 1997 by the last Government, will submit its first report shortly.
The report will give a review of Ireland's competitive position and it has two purposes: it will identify priority areas for action to improve competitiveness; and it will provide reference material for policy makers, to help further refine the actions needed in all areas of policy to improve Ireland's competitiveness.